There will also be behind-the-scenes tours of the historic roundhouse and shops at the state park.

A number of historic locomotives, equipment and vehicles will be on display, including historic locomotives, track maintenance vehicles such as the 1920s Ford Model T adapted for use on the railroad, and the Hetch Hetchy 19 car, built for use in the construction of the Hetch Hetchy Dam.

Except for the train rides, activities are included with admission to the park, which is $5 for adults, $3 for youths 6-17 years old and free for children 5 and younger.

Train ride tickets are available for advance purchase (recommended) at railtown1897.org or, if any are available, at the ticket window beginning at 10 a.m. Trains leave every hour from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and cost $15 for adults, $8 for youths 6-17 years old and free for children 5 and younger.